SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan to Enlist in Military

By iamraeiam | September 14, 2024

SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan is ready to bid a temporary farewell to fans as he announces his military enlistment date, leaving CARATs with a mix of emotions.

On September 12th, PLEDIS Entertainment officially announced that SEVENTEEN member Jeonghan will begin his mandatory military service on September 26th, 2024. The news comes shortly after the group released an emotional OT13 video featuring their single “Circle,” leaving fans both sentimental and supportive.

In their statement, PLEDIS shared:

Hello. This is PLEDIS Entertainment.

We wish to share the news of Jeonghan’s upcoming enlistment in the military, scheduled for September 26, 2024. As announced before, he will not be able to take part in the promotional activities for SEVENTEEN’s 12th mini album and the world tour. However, he will appear in various pre-recorded content.  

There will be no official event on the day of his enlistment, and we kindly request that you refrain from visiting the site of his military service. Please send your heartfelt messages of support for Jeonghan through Weverse.  

We ask for your continued love and support for the artist. Kindly send your best wishes for his safe and healthy return. We will also remain committed to providing Jeonghan with all the necessary support during this time.

Thank you.

While Jeonghan’s absence will undoubtedly be felt during promotions for the upcoming mini-album and world tour, fans can look forward to seeing him in pre-recorded content. The agency also urged fans to send their well-wishes through Weverse and to respect Jeonghan’s privacy by not visiting his enlistment location.

Jeonghan is the first member of SEVENTEEN to enlist, marking a significant milestone for both the group and its dedicated fanbase, CARATs. As fans around the world process this news, messages of love and support flood social media, showcasing the strong bond between SEVENTEEN and their followers. While Jeonghan’s temporary departure is bittersweet, CARATs eagerly await his safe return and continue to cheer on the remaining members as they navigate this new chapter.

Source: SEVENTEEN Weverse

Image Credits: Jeonghan SNS